Install PowerShell

To get PowerShell installed on an older computer,all you have to do is download it from Microsoft's website.So let's be clear what constitutes an older computer.Windows PowerShell version 2 is installed by defaulton Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2.You'll find it right on the Start Menufor both of those operating systems.On a server operating system,you will not see the ISE option.Now if you decide you need to use that,you'll have to install it.It's just a feature.You can do that from right within server manager.

On older versions of Windows,you just need to go to download.microsoft.com,find the version of PowerShell that worksfor your version of Windows, download it,install it, and you'll be ready to go.

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3/10/2012

This course is your entry-level introduction to PowerShell. No prior scripting experience is required! If you can run "ipconfig" then you can master PowerShell. Rather than relying on complex scripting languages and partial capabilities, with PowerShell you'll finally enjoy a complete, consistent administrative experience that encompasses both the GUI and the command line. Author Don Jones shows you how to run commands, access the built-in help system, and extend the power of PowerShell with product shells, PSSnapins, and modules. Plus, learn how to work with PowerShell objects and variables, enable remote access, manage input and output, configure security policies, and save time by turning commands into reusable tools.